RiverWoods Manchester, located in Manchester, New Hampshire, is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) operated by the nonprofit RiverWoods Group. The facility provides a range of care options, including independent living, assisted living, memory support, and nursing care, all situated within a single campus. The community is part of the nationally recognized RiverWoods organization, known for its commitment to nonprofit values and resident-centered care. RiverWoods Manchester is situated just minutes from downtown Manchester, offering easy access to local cultural venues, restaurants, shopping, and healthcare facilities, while being surrounded by wooded grounds and landscaped walking paths that provide a peaceful, natural setting.
The primary care type available at RiverWoods Manchester is assisted living, where residents receive support with activities of daily living such as bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting, with staff providing some physical assistance in each of these areas as needed. In addition to personalized care, residents benefit from a highly trained team of healthcare professionals, including registered nurses and certified nursing assistants available 24/7. The community’s memory support neighborhood offers specialized programming and secure environments designed for those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. For those in need of skilled nursing care, RiverWoods Manchester provides private rooms, individualized care plans, and rehabilitative therapies including physical, occupational, and speech therapy.
Residents at RiverWoods Manchester enroll under a LifeCare contract, which enables them to access higher levels of care within the community without significant increases in monthly costs. This contract provides peace of mind, financial predictability, and the security of knowing that future healthcare needs will be met without leaving the community. The LifeCare model at RiverWoods Manchester is one of the region’s most comprehensive, offering priority access to a full continuum of care and supporting residents’ desire to age in place.
The campus offers a variety of amenities and community life programs, reflecting ongoing enhancements in services, though there have been no major physical expansions as of mid-2024. Residents enjoy a wide array of amenities, including restaurant-style dining with chef-prepared meals, a fitness center with instructor-led classes, an indoor heated pool, art studio, woodworking shop, and a well-stocked library. There are numerous social, educational, and cultural activities such as lifelong learning classes, music performances, guest lectures, book clubs, gardening, and volunteer opportunities, fostering a vibrant and engaged community life. The community also provides scheduled transportation for shopping, medical appointments, and local excursions, enhancing residents’ independence and connection to the broader community.
Accommodations at RiverWoods Manchester are designed to provide both comfort and privacy, with a variety of floor plans available, including spacious one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments and cottages. Residences feature full kitchens, in-unit laundry, emergency call systems, and maintenance-free living. Many homes offer private balconies or patios, and all are designed to be accessible and easily navigable for residents at varying mobility levels.
RiverWoods Manchester stands out for its exceptional resident satisfaction, transparent governance with active resident committees, and a reputation for quality that has earned it high ratings from organizations such as Medicare and U.S. News & World Report. The community emphasizes wellness, lifelong growth, and a strong sense of belonging, making it a premier choice for retirement living in New Hampshire.
